Doodle Bugs

** The 2025-26 schedule will be released soon! **

The Virginia Museum of Natural History offers children ages 3-5 the opportunity to experience science first-hand with its annual Doodle Bugs program. The hour-long programs include imaginative stories, fun activities, games and crafts that spark creativity and curiosity. They are the perfect opportunity for adults and grandparents to learn and have fun with their children! Programs are held at 10 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month from September through May. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Doodle Bugs is also available to daycare providers! A museum educator will visit your daycare to provide the Doodle Bugs program on a day that suits your needs. Of course, the museum offers the opportunities for daycares to bring their children to VMNH to participate in the program, too!

2024-25 Schedule & Registration

** Please note that all programs have reached capacity.

Pre-registration is required at least one week prior to each program and a minimal fee of $10/child is required. Programs may be canceled, if the minimum attendance is not met. For more information, please contact us via email or via phone at 276-403-8501.

2024-25 Schedule

• September 11
  Crafting with Nature
• October 9
  Backyard Critters
• November 13
  Ocean Explorers
• December 11
  Digging for Dinos
• January 15, 2025
  Little Scientists (Experiments)
• February 12, 2025
  Birds Flying By
• March 12, 2025
  Bugs, Bugs, Everywhere
• April 9, 2025
  Reptiles
• May 14, 2025
  Spring Flowers